Historical Account of Discoveries and Travels in Africa; From the Earliest Ages to the Present Time Including the Substance of Dr. Leyden's Work on That Subject Volume 1
Historical Account of Discoveries and Travels in Africa; From the Earliest Ages to the Present Time Including the Substance of Dr. Leyden's Work on That Subject Volume 1
This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1818 edition. Excerpt: ...in his captivity, he announced his design in that language while Saugnier was present. The Frenchman hastened to the ship, threw into irons all the Moors on board, among whom was a brother of Admet, and sent for assistance from Podor. Thus the Moorish prince, or robber, (the terms are synonymous), not only ...
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This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1818 edition. Excerpt: ...in his captivity, he announced his design in that language while Saugnier was present. The Frenchman hastened to the ship, threw into irons all the Moors on board, among whom was a brother of Admet, and sent for assistance from Podor. Thus the Moorish prince, or robber, (the terms are synonymous), not only failed in his scheme, but was obliged to make a handsome compensation. Saugnier, on arriving at Gallam, found every facility in carrying on trade. Slaves, ivory, and gold, were to be had in abundance; and the Saracolets (Serawoolies of Park) are active and intelligent, and every way fitted for this employment. In treating with them, however, as well as with the Moors, it is very expedient to have a room for the purpose entirely emptied of all merchandize; otherwise it runs an imminent risk of suddenly disappearing. While the discussion lasts, their eyes are continually rolling around, in search of something which could be easily appropriated. At the same time, they are extremely jealous of the respect paid to them, and are highly dissatisfied, if during their visit the attention be at all distracted by any other object. The trade of Gallam is very profitable, yielding at least cent, per cent. This' advantage is balanced by the unhealthiness of the voyage, and the various dangers to which it is exposed. These Saugnier himself amply experienced; as, in sailing downwards, his vessel was wrecked, and the greater part of the cargo plundered, partly by his own crew, and partly by the chiefs of the neighbouring villages. He bitterly complains of the prohibition by the government of Senegal, against taking any violent steps with regard to those mo narchs. Hence, though he had, at one time, eight princes in chains, he was obliged to release them, ..
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